Go back Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFTChief Digital Information Officer (CDIO)The closing date is 06 April 2026We are seeking an exceptional and visionary Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO) to join Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) at an exciting time of transformation and investment in the digital space. As a key member of the Trust's Senior Corporate Leadership Team, the CDIO will lead the strategic development and delivery of digital, data, cyber and technology-enabled day to day delivery and transformative change across the organisation.The timing is such that this is a rare opportunity to shape how digital innovation improves patient outcomes, staff experience and operational effectiveness across mental health, learning disability and community services. You will drive delivery of our Digital Enabling Plan, ensuring technology and data underpin safe, high-quality care while tackling health inequalities and supporting sustainable service models. You will directly manage the Health Informatic Corporate Team.We are looking for an experienced, values-driven leader with significant NHS digital leadership experience, strong system partnership skills and the ability to inspire cultural change toward a digital-first organisation. Joining RDaSH means helping to deliver our ambitious five-year strategy and 28 Promises; we are a "community powered" organisation and will influence digital transformation locally, regionally and nationally.Main duties of the jobThe Chief Digital Information Officer provides senior leadership for the Trust's digital enabling strategy, cyber security, informatics services, digital infrastructure and technology-enabled transformation across the Trust.The post holder will lead the Health Informatics Directorate, ensuring resilient digital infrastructure, high-quality data and modern clinical and corporate systems that enable safe and effective care delivery. Responsibilities include delivery of the Trust's Digital Enabling Plan, oversight of multi-million-pound digital capital programmes, assurance of cyber resilience and digital risk management, and embedding data-driven decision making across services.The CDIO will act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team and Board, providing assurance on digital performance, compliance and innovation. The role also operates at an Integrated Care System level, representing the Trust in regional and national digital forums and developing partnerships that improve interoperability, population health outcomes and service transformation.We encourage you to have an initial informal discussion with Richard Chillery, Chief Operating Officer: To set this up contact jenny.hill11@nhs.net or 07967 779923About usRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:https://workwithrdash.co.uk/We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4QThe main terms and conditions of service can be found here:https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbookJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.Person SpecificationQualificationsDegree in IT, healthcare, or related disciplineEvidence of continued professional developmentLeadership qualification (e.g. MBA or equivalent)ExperienceSenior-level NHS digital/informatics leadership experienceProven delivery of complex, multi-million-pound digital programmesExperience operating at Sub-Board/Board levelStrategic planning and digital transformation leadershipManagement of large-scale budgets and procurement processesExperience of risk management, cyber security and business continuityExperience of data quality improvement and regulatory complianceExperience aligned to national NHS digital agendasExperience integrating digital within capital or infrastructure programmesKnowledgeHealthcare IT systems and architectureNational NHS digital policy and governance frameworksGDPR, data protection and cyber security standardsBusiness continuity and resilience planning investment and business case development processesDigital innovation including AI and analyticsSkillsStrategic and systems-level thinkingExceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skillsStrong financial and commercial acumenAbility to lead cultural changeProgramme and portfolio management expertisePolitical awareness and external representation capabilityHigh-level communication and Board reporting skillsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT #J-18808-Ljbffr